2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2010 Honda Jazz

To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2010 Honda Jazz
Make Jeep Honda
Model Grand Cherokee Jazz
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 1198 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 290 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 352 Nm 114 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2087 kg 1047 kg
Vehicle Length 4821 mm 3910 mm
Vehicle Width 1938 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1763 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2916 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 42 L


 

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